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fiscal transparency regarding large technology expenditures
At the 4/16 Kearsarge Regional School Board meeting, the board approved several major tech purchases, including over $153,000 for Chromebooks and $50,655 for teacher laptops. All items were noted as budgeted. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/kearsarge-regional/school-board/2026-04-16/ #MeetingWatch #KearsargeRegionalNH
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long-term fiscal impact of recurring software/service costs
Taxpayer Alert: The Kearsarge School Board just approved a new district website with an initial setup cost of $16,835 and a recurring annual cost of $58,135. Details from the 4/16 meeting. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/kearsarge-regional/school-board/2026-04-16/ #MeetingWatch #KearsargeRegionalNH
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board member conduct and participation patterns
During the 4/16 Kearsarge School Board meeting, Chair Alison Mastin abstained from nearly every major vote, including personnel hires, textbook approvals, and $200k+ in tech purchases. Why the frequent abstentions? https://meetingwatch.org/nh/kearsarge-regional/school-board/2026-04-16/ #MeetingWatch #KearsargeRegionalNH
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Kearsarge Regional School Board spent significant taxpayer funds during their April 16 meeting. Here is the breakdown of the major financial decisions made behind the podium. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #KearsargeRegionalNH
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Tech spending was the largest driver. The board approved $112,465 for 6th/9th grade Chromebooks, $40,916 for 1st grade Chromebooks, and $50,655 for teacher laptops. Total tech hardware/licensing: ~$204,000.
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The board also approved a new district website. While the initial setup is $16,835, residents should note the $58,135 annual recurring cost. Additionally, $18,718 was approved for new campus signage.
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Notably, Chair Alison Mastin abstained from almost every substantive vote on the agenda, from textbook approvals to the large tech purchases. We are watching for clarity on board participation. #Kearsarge #LocalGov https://meetingwatch.org/nh/kearsarge-regional/school-board/2026-04-16/
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At the April 16, 2026, Kearsarge Regional School Board meeting, several significant financial commitments were approved that will impact district budgets for years to come. In terms of technology, the board authorized over $200,000 in spending for hardware, including $112,465 for 6th and 9th-grade Chromebooks, $40,916 for 1st-grade Chromebooks, and $50,655 for teacher laptops. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of a new district website through Apptegy Thrillshare. While the initial setup cost is $16,835, this decision carries a recurring annual cost of $58,135. Other major approvals included $18,718 for new campus signage and the acceptance of a grant for lead remediation in the district's drinking water. Of note to residents is the voting pattern of the board: Chair Alison Mastin abstained from nearly every major motion presented, including the technology purchases, textbook approvals, and personnel decisions. We will continue to monitor how these large-scale expenditures align with long-term district planning and taxpayer expectations. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/kearsarge-regional/school-board/2026-04-16/ #MeetingWatch #KearsargeRegionalNH